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NEW VACANCY! (PK9084)

GLUING OPERATOR - CARTONS

KENT

Salary Guide £35K (Dependant on Experience) + 25 Days Holidays plus Bank Holidays + On-site Parking

DOUBLE DAY SHIFT: MONDAY TO FRIDAY - 6AM TILL 1.30PM & 1.30PM TILL 9PM

Our client has been established for over 40 years and specialise in producing a bespoke range of high-quality cartons, boards and trays for a range of market sectors including the food industry.

Our client is currently looking for a Gluing Operator to join their team. You will be ensuring targets and deadlines are met to achieve the orders, effectively manage and maintain the finishing machine while ensuring the smooth running of the production line.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the output of the processes with regard to speed and quality
Products are manufactured to the specification required
Leading and developing the crew to be successful in their individual roles
BRC standards are maintained
All paperwork is completed
Health and safety procedures are adhered to
Ensure all preventative maintenance targets are achieved
Attend appropriate meetings as required
Working with the Production and Shift Managers to address issues on the lines
Train colleagues as required to fulfil the business needs
Encourage knowledge flow between colleagues plus any other duties consistent with the position as directed
Meetings are attended, input is given where required and outcomes are actioned
Knowledge of the machines to understand if and when issues arise
Assist with issues that may arise on the machines or with specific jobs
Issues are solved and a record is made for future referenceRequirements:

Excellent organisational skills and ability to multitask
Strong interpersonal, motivational and communication skills
Strong understanding of the glue process
Good understanding of quality standards
Ability to work with minimal supervision, meet deadlines and handle a wide variety of responsibilities
Treating all internal and external customers with kindness, dignity and respect
Has undertaken in-house induction
Completes compulsory training in approved timescales
Demonstrates satisfactory working relationships and show respect for colleagues
Maintains an acceptable work rate and completes duties in a timely way
Works additional hours, if required, in order to discharge the company's obligations to its customers
Good attendance and timekeeping
Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role
Experience on Straight Line, Crashlock 4 Corner & 6 Corner - Bobst Experience preferable
Nester/Tray Former experience or desire to train on
Technical Certification in Printing Processes
Previous flexographic printing or gluing experience
Must have working knowledge of the use of a PC and Microsoft Office